SHANGHAI: The Chinese arm of German autoparts maker Schaeffler has rolled off the assembly line its one-millionth torque converter from Taicang Plant. Torque converters not only give vehicles greater torque during acceleration, but also effectively dampen torsional vibration of the engine and drivetrain, so that power is transferred more smoothly, more efficiently and more quickly to the wheels.

Wen Haoding, Vice President Business Division Transmission Systems Schaeffler Greater China, said: "It was in April 2014 that we held the production launch ceremony here. After just two years and two months, the one-millionth torque converter has successfully left the assembly line. This speed ranks among the fastest of any Schaeffler torque converter project worldwide, enabling us to deliver high-quality Schaeffler products to customers on time and in sufficient volumes."

Thomas Maurischat, Plant Manager Schaeffler Taicang Plant 3, said: "I am very proud that we have such a well-oiled team! At present, the production line's output capacity is stable and its low rejection rate leads the world. Such a fantastic performance will enable us to become a benchmark for Schaeffler torque converter production lines worldwide."

Schaeffler began manufacturing LuK branded products in China in 2006 and is now able to supply manual transmission clutches, wet/dry double clutches, clutch release systems, dual mass flywheels and hydraulic torque converters from the Chinese mainland.